Education and Support Resources
Helpful Websites and Phone Numbers
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American Psychological Association
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MedlinePlus – A service of the US National Library of Medicine and the National Institute of Health
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NIH - National Institute of Health
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NIMH - National Institute of Mental Health
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WebMD
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Carolina Poison Center, Charlotte 1-800-848-6946 Fax:704-395-3754
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Drug Abuse (New Hanover County) 1-800-672-2903
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Insurance Information Consumer Division NC Dept. of Insurance 1-800-662-7777
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Library for the Blind 1-800-232-5463
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Library for the Handicapped 1-888-831-5922
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Medical Review of North Carolina (Beneficiary Hotline) 1-800-722-0468
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NC Literacy Resource Center 1-800-553-9759
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Wilmington’s Rape Crisis Center: 910-392-7460
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TTY Directory Assistance 1-800-855-1155
Support Groups & Organizations (Listed Alphabetically)
ADHD
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CHADD – Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder
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National Institute for Mental Health
Adult Care
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Elderhaus, Inc. - Serves Brunswick, New Hanover & Pender counties with adult daycare, adult day healthcare, group respite. 1950 Amphitheater Drive, Wilmington 910.343.8209
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Southeastern Center Developmental Disability Services - Adult daycare 5041 New Centre Drive, Suite 200, Wilmington, 28405 910.313.3232
Aging
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New Hanover County Department of Aging - Services include congregate meals, home-delivered meals, senior centers, recreation, transportation, information & referral, assistance, health promotion, wellness programs and disease prevention, employment assistance, Operation Fan/Heat Relief 2222 South College Road, Wilmington 910.452.6400
Alzheimer's
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Alzheimer's Association https://www.alz.org/
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Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center (ADEAR)
1-800.438.4380 ADEAR website
Anxiety
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Anxiety and Depression Association of America
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Psychology Today
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National Institute for Mental Health
Arthritis
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Arthritis Foundation - Information and resources pertaining to arthritis. Arthritis Foundation
Depression
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Anxiety and Depression Association of America
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Psychology Today
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National Institute for Mental Health
Diabetes
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American Diabetes Association http://www.diabetes.org/
Disabilities
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Arc of North Carolina
16 E. Rowan Street Suite 204, Raleigh NC 27619 919.782.4632 or 1.800.662.8706
Contact:
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ASA of North Carolina
505 Oberlin Road Ste. 230, Raleigh NC 27605-1345 919.743.0204 or 1.800.442.2762 (toll-free in NC only) Contact
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Community Alternatives Program for Disabled Adults (CAP-DA) New Hanover County
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Family Support Network of SE North Carolina www.fsnnc.org
1501 Dock Street, Wilmington 251.5817 Independent Living 1506 Market Street, Suite B, Wilmington 251.5810
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NC Council on Developmental Disabilities
1001 Navaho Dr. Suite GL-103, Raleigh NC 27609 919.850.2833 or 800.357.6916
www.nc-ddc.org
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Regional Resource Center for NC Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services
1316 S. 16th Street, Suite 411, Wilmington, NC 910.251.5702 or 910.251.5767 TDD
1.800.205.9915 or 1.800.205.9916 TDD https://www.ncdhhs.gov/assistance/hearing-loss/regional-centers-for-the-deaf-hard-of-hearing
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Southeastern Center Developmental Disability Services - Adult Day Care
5041 New Centre Drive, Suite 200, Wilmington 910.313.3232
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Wilmington TEACCH Center (Autism, PDD)
1320 South 16th Street, Wilmington NC 28401 910.251.5700
Eating Disorders
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National Institute for Mental Health
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Chrysalis Center, Wilmington, NC 910-790-9500
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National Eating Disorders Association HelpLine: 800-931-2237
Education
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Exceptional Children Assistance Center (ECAC)
Provides parent support and education; includes advocacy, help with school IEP issues
907 Barra Row Ste. 102/103, Davidson, NC 28036 704.892.1321 or 800.962.6817 NC toll-free
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Wilmington TEACCH Center (Autism, PDD) 1320 South 16th Street, Wilmington NC 28401 910.251.5700
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Employment Assistance & Training Vocational Rehabilitation 1506 Market Street, Suite A, Wilmington, NC 910.251.5710
Family Support
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Family Support Network of SENC www.fsnnc.org
1501 Dock Street, Wilmington 910. 251.5817
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Hospitality House of Wilmington https://www.nhrmc.org/locations/secu-family-house-at-new-hanover-regional-medical-center Provides support to patients and families of those in medical crisis 1523 Physicians Dr. Wilmington, NC 28401 (910) 662-9980
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New Hanover County Department of Social Services
1650 Greenfield Street, Wilmington 910.341.4700
Hospice
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Lower Cape Fear Hospice 725-A Wellington Ave, Wilmington 910.772.5444 1.800.733.1476
Medication Resources
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North Carolina Health and Wellness Trust Fund Commission - Prescription drug assistance program for eligible patients 65+ who have cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Call 1.800.662.7030 for eligibility and application.
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Prescription Drug List - Online drug information resource and a medical encyclopedia. www.rxlist.com
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Good Rx- discount codes and coupons for medications www.goodrx.com
Osteoporosis
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National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) - Online resources and information about osteoporosis.
Social Security / SSI
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Disability Hotline - Information and referral service for questions on Social Security Disability or Supplemental Security Income: 1-800-638-6810 Social Security Administration 1528 South 16th Street, Wilmington 1.800.772.1213 or 910.815.4733
Stroke
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National Stroke Association - Online resources and information about stroke. www.stroke.org
Substance Abuse
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Fresh Beginnings Alcoholics Anonymous: Wilmington 910.762.0301
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Alcoholics Anonymous for Teens: http://www.al-anon.alateen.org
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Child & Adolescent Services Developmental Disabilities & Substance Abuse Services
3006 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-3006 919.733.3654
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National Institute for Mental Health
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The Prevention Coalition
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20 Parenting Techniques that Can Help Discourage Addiction:
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Risk Factors of Drug Abuse:
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Parent Talk Kit: Tips for Talking and What to Say to Prevent Drug and Alcohol Abuse:
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Signs of Addiction and Drug Use in Kids & Teens:
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Is Your Home an Accomplice for Your Rebellious Teen?
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Household Items to Watch Out For:
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Home After Rehab: The Guide to Finding the Right Place for Recovery:
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9 Steps to Take When Your Recovering Teen Comes Home from Treatment:
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Emerging Trends in Drug Use:
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Are You Raising Healthy Kids?
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Self Tests:
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Suicide Support
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Trillium Mobile Crisis Unit: 877-685-2415
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Suicide Support Group -find a group: http://www.suicide.org/support-groups/north-carolina-suicide-support-groups.html
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National Institute of Mental Health